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A Christian college in Springfield, MO Evangel University offers online and seated undergraduate and graduate degrees along with professional studies, which are Christian degree completion programs. Visit Evangel University’s website to learn more!Thu, 24 May 2018 14:44:59 +0000en-UShourly1https://wordpress.org/?v=4.5.3Evangel students earn 2 of 3 new national “Enactus USA Leader of the Year” awardshttps://www.evangel.edu/press_releases/2018/05/22/national-enactus-usa-leader-awards/
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Evangel University business students were honored on Sunday to receive two of three new leadership awards presented at the 2018 Enactus USA National Exposition in Kansas City. Enactus is an international organization that helps college students connect what they are learning in the class room to real life through entrepreneurial projects and community outreaches. The […]

Evangel University business students were honored on Sunday to receive two of three new leadership awards presented at the 2018 Enactus USA National Exposition in Kansas City.

Enactus is an international organization that helps college students connect what they are learning in the class room to real life through entrepreneurial projects and community outreaches. The annual Exposition draws 3,000 student, business and academic leaders from around the U.S.

• Joshua Clark was named the first-ever Executive Leader of the Year. A senior accounting major at Evangel, he is the son of LaMont and Rosemarie Clark of Willard, Mo.

The award recognizes that Josh “has significantly impacted the overall sustainability, strategy, culture, and development of members and projects.”

Josh has been the executive director of the Evangel team for the past two years, during which time membership has grown by 75% and team resources by more than 300%.

• Evan Masters was named the first-ever Project Leader of the Year.A senior finance and management double major at Evangel, he is the son of Stan and Renee Masters of Platte City, Mo.

This honor recognizes that Evan “has significantly impacted a specific project or a portfolio of projects (i.e. by managing a team of project leaders).”

As community projects director, Evan contributed more than 500 hours, while providing coaching and oversight for eight projects, including two new community projects and one new international project.

Rewarding leadership

According to Enactus, the purpose of the awards is to motivate and reward excellence in leadership, and share best practices by example.

Evangel University business students Evan Masters (left) and Joshua Clark won two of three “Enactus USA Leader of the Year” awards on May 20, at the 2018 Enactus USA National Exposition in Kansas City. // PHOTO BY: Rebecca Varju (CLICK TO ENLARGE)

Josh Jones, senior regional program manager, team recruitment, elaborated, “While reviewing Josh’s and Evan’s nominations, the judges could see an impressive depth and wide variety of best practices in action. The examples provide the makings of a case study on how to build and maintain a great Enactus team.

“We are very grateful to them, and to all our student leaders from teams of all shapes and sizes across the United States,” he said.

Bernie Dana, Evangel’s primary Enactus advisor, added, “These student leaders represent the outstanding work done by all 79 members of the Evangel Enactus team working on 12 projects this year. Their roles in Enactus enable them to develop leadership experience and skills while impacting the lives of people on the campus, in the community, and globally.”

SIDEBAR: The remaining 2018 award was Human Resource Leader of the Year, which was presented to Cynthia Lin from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, N.J., recognizing that she “has significantly impacted one or more of the areas of recruitment, engagement, leadership development, team succession, and culture building.”

A total of 30 students from 444 U.S. Enactus teams were selected earlier this spring as Regional Finalists for the three categories, including five Evangel University students. In May, Enactus named three National Finalists for each of the three categories. From those nine students, the three “Leaders of the Year” were announced on-stage at the U.S. Expo.

Founded in 1975 in the U.S., there are active Enactus groups on more than 1,730 college and university campuses in 36 countries around the world. According to their research, there are more than 72,000 students participating in Enactus programs, impacting nearly two-million people a year.

Evangel’s Business Department

The Evangel University Department of Business offers a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with majors in accounting, business education, finance, management, marketing, and nonprofit business & social enterprise.

Evangel’s College of Adult and Graduate Studies also offers online and seated programs for a Bachelor of Science in Management and a Master of Organizational Leadership.

For more information, visit the Evangel University Department of Business or contact Eveline Lewis at (417) 865-2811 ext. 4117.

Walmart executive and Evangel University graduate Chase Tacker is honored to be named the “Enactus USA’s Over 30 Alumnus of the Year” for 2018. Chase Tacker is currently vice president of finance and pricing for ClarusONE Sourcing Services, LLP, a joint venture of Walmart and McKesson, based in London, U.K. In total, he has been […]

Walmart executive and Evangel University graduate Chase Tacker is honored to be named the “Enactus USA’s Over 30 Alumnus of the Year” for 2018.

Chase Tacker is currently vice president of finance and pricing for ClarusONE Sourcing Services, LLP, a joint venture of Walmart and McKesson, based in London, U.K. In total, he has been with Walmart for 10 years in a variety of finance roles including accounting, real estate, IT, and mergers and acquisitions.

The recognition was presented at the Enactus USA National Exposition in Kansas City, on Monday, May 21.

Chase Tacker was honored to be named “Enactus USA’s Over 30 Alumnus of the Year” for 2018. // PHOTO BY: Enactus (CLICK TO ENLARGE)

Formerly known as SIFE, or Students in Free Enterprise, Enactus is an international organization that helps college students connect what they are learning in the class room to real life through entrepreneurial projects and community outreaches.

Upon receiving the honor, Tacker expressed appreciation to the faculty at Evangel University “for shaping my perspective on life and approach to business.”

He then looked over the crowded auditorium and said, “Fourteen years ago I sat where you are, here in the same building, wondering what does this experience in entrepreneurship, business, and sustainability mean to me?”

He offered the students three career-guiding principles:

“Be Fast — The world today is changing and shifting faster than at any time in human history. The pace of entrepreneurship, business, technology, and communication is moving faster. Know it, and figure out how to capitalize on it.

“Be Passionate — The best entrepreneurs and business people are the ones who believe in their product, their company, their technology, their purpose. Find the one that motivates you and makes you want to get out of bed in the morning, and you will be better for it.

“Be Better — Find ways to always become better at your role, your passion, or being a spouse. Be a continuous learner. School never stops… I hate to tell you.”

Tacker concluded with a healthy dose of reality.

“Many of the jobs that people in this very room will take in the coming years don’t even exist yet and have not been created,” he said. “Your job now is not only to learn, but to learn how to think, and be ready for your future.”

“As a student, Chase was the president of the Evangel SIFE team, and he led us to the national competition in 2004-2005,” said Elizabeth Fletcher, associate professor of business and the team’s lead academic advisor at the time.

At the Enactus USA Nationals, the top university teams present the results of their year-long projects, and corporate leaders then judge who best fulfills the Enactus mission to use entrepreneurism to improve the livelihoods of people.

“Chase was always an initiator — he had great ideas and was happy to lead the way,” Fletcher continued. “He led our first overseas service trip, when we took 20 business students to China during Christmas break 2005-2006. We won a national award for the work we did there.”

Since then, Evangel’s Enactus students have served in countries such as South Africa, Jamaica, Guatemala, Germany and another time in China.

“Chase left a legacy,” Fletcher concluded.

Tacker graduated from Evangel University in 2006 with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree and then completed his MBA at Missouri State University.

He joined Walmart in 2007 and has held various finance & leadership roles in Health & Wellness (Pharmacy), Sourcing, Real Estate, Accounting, IT Finance, and International Business Development — an interest that has its roots in that first Evangel trip to China.

Chase Tacker is responsible for the creation of a startup between Walmart & McKesson — ClarusONE Sourcing Services. He is currently based out of London, England, with his wife, Tara, and children, Ethan and Ella. // (CLICK TO ENLARGE)

While on Walmart’s Business Development team he helped drive global investment decisions, M&A transactions, acquisition due diligence efforts, and market entries into various emerging markets such as Latin America and Africa.

Prior to joining Walmart, Tacker served in various capacities at Sprint Nextel, A/G Financial, and Safeway.

He currently resides in London, England with his wife, Tara; son, Ethan; and daughter, Ella.

Enactus outreach

Founded in 1975, the goal of Enactus is to train college students to help transform lives and shape a better, more sustainable world.

There are 444 active Enactus groups in the U.S., and on more than 1,730 college and university campuses in 36 countries around the world. According to their research, there are more than 72,000 students participating in Enactus programs, positively impacting more than 1.3-million people a year.

Corporate sponsors such as Walmart, Walgreens, Fidelity Investments, Johnson & Johnson, Microsoft, and Enterprise Holdings play a major role in providing financial support and in recruiting students for jobs.

Business at Evangel

The Evangel University Department of Business offers a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with majors in accounting, business education, finance, management, marketing, and nonprofit business & social enterprise.

Evangel’s College of Adult and Graduate Studies also offers online and seated programs for a Bachelor of Science in Management and a Master of Organizational Leadership.

For more information, visit the Evangel University Department of Business, or contact Eveline Lewis at (417) 865-2811 ext. 4117.

Online program saves students time & expense of 5-7 credit hours Beginning this fall, graduate students at Evangel University will be able to earn a master’s degree and meet Missouri’s state certification requirements for elementary or secondary principals with 30 credits of coursework. The Master of Education in Educational Leadership prepares students to become building-level […]

Beginning this fall, graduate students at Evangel University will be able to earn a master’s degree and meet Missouri’s state certification requirements for elementary or secondary principals with 30 credits of coursework.

The Master of Education in Educational Leadership prepares students to become building-level administrators. The degree has historically required 35-37 credit hours.

“Our faculty set a goal of improving how we help students meet the statewide standards,” said Dr. Matt Stringer, associate professor of education at Evangel. “As a result, the quality of our highly-respected program is even better, and the efficiency of delivery has also been improved.”

Evangel’s new 30-hour plan for the online educational leadership program was submitted to the Missouri Department of Education this spring, and the University received approval on May 8.

“I chose this master’s program at Evangel, because I knew it would prepare me for more than just the next step in my career. Evangel teaches educational leadership as a higher calling,” said Meghan Reed, a third-grade teacher at Weller who recently enrolled in the program. “The professors have a mindset of service to the community.

“At the same time, I am very pleased with the updates Evangel made to this program, because they will allow me to complete my master’s sooner than planned,” she added.

A native of Frisco, Texas, Reed graduated from Evangel in 2013 with a double major in elementary and special education.

Graduates are eligible for principal certification upon completion of the building-level administrator licensing exam.

All of Evangel’s teacher education programs are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and are approved by the Missouri State Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

For more information on Evangel’s 30-hour online master’s program, contact Dr. Matt Stringer at stringerm@evangel.edu or by calling (417) 865-2811.

Evangel education programs

Meghan Reed shares a laugh with Felix Willhite at the end of a rewarding school year. Reed teaches third grade at Weller, and is earning her master’s in educational leadership online at Evangel. // PHOTO BY: Paul K. Logsdon (CLICK TO ENLARGE)

Evangel University offers a variety of education majors for early childhood, elementary, middle school and secondary education students, along with certification programs for Special Education/Cross-Categorical Disabilities, and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).

In addition, the master’s programs in curriculum and instruction, educational leadership, and literacy prepare instructors to dive deeper into their chosen area of focus.

Evangel also offers a Doctorate in Education in Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction.

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Sun, 06 May 2018 21:38:27 +0000https://www.evangel.edu/?post_type=press_releases&p=36933

Five Evangel University students have been selected as Regional Finalists for the “Enactus USA Leaders of the Year” program. A total of 30 students from 444 U.S. Enactus teams were selected as finalists for three categories. The students will be recognized at the Rally of Champions at the Enactus USA Exposition in Kansas City, on […]

Five Evangel University students have been selected as Regional Finalists for the “Enactus USA Leaders of the Year” program. A total of 30 students from 444 U.S. Enactus teams were selected as finalists for three categories.

The students will be recognized at the Rally of Champions at the Enactus USA Exposition in Kansas City, on Sunday, May 20.

Joshua Clark, senior from Willard, Mo., is a finalist for the Executive Leader of the Year.

Meredith Kyle, recent graduate from Loveland Colo., and Allison Newport, senior from Andover, Kan., are finalists for the Human Resource Leader of the Year.

Evan Masters, senior from Platte City, Mo., and Caitlyn Posch, junior from Castle Rock, Colo., are finalists for the Project Leader of the Year.

Enactus advisors and students from all U.S. Enactus teams were encouraged to submit nominations by April 19.

The Enactus staff then selected a total of 12 executive leaders, 8 Human Resource Leaders, and 10 Project Leaders to be the Regional Finalists. One from each category will benamed the National Leaders of the Year.

Evangel is the only university that had five students selected as regional finalists.

Five students from Evangel are among a select group of 30 nationwide to be named finalists in three categories in the “Enactus USA Leaders of the Year” program. Shown: Meredith Kyle, Joshua Clark, Evan Masters, Allison Newport, and Caitlyn Posch. // PHOTOS BY: Paul K. Logsdon (CLICK TO ENLARGE)

“These five student leaders represent the outstanding work done by all 79 members working on 12 projects this year,” said Bernie Dana, EU’s primary Enactus advisor. “These roles in Enactus enable them to develop leadership experience and skills while impacting the lives of people on the campus, community, and globally.”

Founded in 1975 in the U.S., there are active Enactus groups on more than 1,730 college and university campuses in 36 countries around the world. According to their research, there are more than 72,000 students participating in Enactus programs, impacting nearly two-million people a year.

Evangel’s Business Department

The Evangel University Department of Business offers a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with majors in accounting, business education, finance, management, marketing, and nonprofit business & social enterprise.

The Business programs also include online and seated programs for a Bachelor of Science in Management or a Master of Organizational Leadership, through the College of Adult and Graduate Studies.

Three days of events to honor the Class of 2018 — undergrad, graduate and seminary SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – A variety of commencement activities for Evangel University graduates and their families will take place on Wednesday, May 2, through Friday, May 4. Awards and honors will be given at formal Baccalaureate Ceremonies for traditional undergrad students, […]

Three days of events to honor the Class of 2018 — undergrad, graduate and seminary

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – A variety of commencement activities for Evangel University graduates and their families will take place on Wednesday, May 2, through Friday, May 4.

Awards and honors will be given at formal Baccalaureate Ceremonies for traditional undergrad students, for the College of Adult and Graduate Studies, and for the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary of Evangel.

“Everyone is encouraged to allow at least 45 minutes to get through the pre-graduation traffic,” said Paul K. Logsdon, director of public relations for Evangel. “Nearly 4,000 family and friends will be present to experience this celebration of their students’ accomplishments.”

Evangel University Provost Dr. Michael McCorcle addresses the graduates at the 2017 Commencement celebration at the James River Church. // PHOTO BY: Paul K. Logsdon (CLICK TO ENLARGE)

Graduation Week Highlights

WEDNESDAY, MAY 2, at 7 P.M.

The College of Adult & Graduate Studies — Baccalaureate

Graduates of the College of Adult & Graduate Studies will be recognized with a Baccalaureate, Awards and Honors Ceremony in the Robert H. Spence Chapel auditorium. A hooding ceremony will also be held for master’s level students.

A highlight will be the celebration of the first Evangel graduates to earn doctorate degrees, aside from the seminary, with eleven educators earning their Doctorate in Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction (Ed.D.).

The speaker will be Dr. Carol Taylor, president of Evangel University.

A reception for the CAGS graduates and their families will be held in Crusader Hall immediately following Wednesday’s baccalaureate ceremony. Graduates will have an opportunity to introduce family members to President Taylor, administrators and professors.

THURSDAY, MAY 3, at 9 A.M.

Assemblies of God Theological Seminary — Doctoral Events

Doctoral candidates and their work will be honored during a series of public events in the AGTS building near Glenstone and Division, including:

Intercultural Doctoral Studies Investiture in the AGTS William Seymour Chapel;

Doctor of Ministry Symposia in rooms 114 and 116; and

Biblical Interpretation and Theology Celebration, upstairs in the balcony area of the seminary.

The public is invited to attend. The Baccalaureate Ceremony and Intercultural Doctoral Studies Investiture will be streamed live at agts.edu

THURSDAY, MAY 3, at 12 P.M.

Assemblies of God Theological Seminary — Baccalaureate

The Assemblies of God Theological Seminary of Evangel will have three graduates speak briefly at its Baccalaureate on Thursday at noon — (l-to-r) Tim Gilligan, Jake Krahn and Christi Trimbur. // (CLICK TO ENLARGE)

AGTS will hold a Baccalaureate Service at noon in the Seymour Chapel, with the gathering of the entire seminary community for worship, hooding of graduates, awards, and speakers. The Rev. Doug Clay, General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, will be in attendance as a participant.

The speakers this year will highlight the experiences of three 2018 degree candidates:

Tim Gilligan, earning a earning a Doctor of Ministry, currently serves as senior pastor of Meadowbrook Church in Ocala, Florida.

Jake Krahn, earning a Master of Divinity, will serve as lead pastor at New Life Assembly in Pierre, South Dakota following graduation.

Christi Trimbur, earning a Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies, serves with AGWM in the Middle East.

The President’s Reception will follow in the Great Hall of AGTS.

THURSDAY, MAY 3, at 3 P.M.

EU Traditional Undergraduate Students — Baccalaureate

Cody Bivins of Nixa, Mo., will address his graduating classmates at the Baccalaureate ceremony for Evangel University on Thursday, May 3, at 3 p.m. // PHOTO BY: Joseph Bulger (CLICK TO ENLARGE)

The undergraduate Baccalaureate, Awards and Honors Ceremony will be held in the Robert H. Spence Chapel auditorium, located just south of the flagpole, facing 1111 N. Glenstone Ave.

Senior Cody Bivins was selected by his Evangel classmates to deliver the baccalaureate message. He was a member of the Catalyst Impact Team and has earned a double major in Biblical Studies and Biblical Languages while at Evangel. Cody is the son of Paul and Donita Bivins of Nixa, Mo.

A reception for undergraduates and their families will be held in Crusader Hall immediately following Thursday’s baccalaureate ceremony. Graduates will have an opportunity to introduce family members to President Taylor, administrators and professors.

FRIDAY, MAY 4, at 9:30 A.M.

Evangel University & AGTS — Joint Commencement

The Commencement speaker for Evangel University this year will be the Rev. Doug Clay, newly-elected general superintendent of the Assemblies of God. // (CLICK TO ENLARGE)

Evangel University will celebrate its 60th Commencement, and AGTS will celebrate its 45th Commencement, in the first joint ceremony since the consolidation of the schools in 2013. The event will take place in the James River Church auditorium, which is located just off of Hwy. 65, south of Springfield.

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First joint graduation for Evangel & AGTS Evangel University and its seminary will see 517 degrees conferred this spring at the first joint graduation ceremony on Friday, May 4, 2018. The 60th Annual Commencement ceremony for Evangel will be held at 9:30 a.m. in the James River Church auditorium in Ozark, Mo. The speaker will […]

Evangel University and its seminary will see 517 degrees conferred this spring at the first joint graduation ceremony on Friday, May 4, 2018.

The 60th Annual Commencement ceremony for Evangel will be held at 9:30 a.m. in the James River Church auditorium in Ozark, Mo. The speaker will be the Rev. Doug Clay, newly-elected general superintendent of the Assemblies of God.

The Assemblies of God Theological Seminary of Evangel University will celebrate its 45th Annual Commencement as a part of the same ceremony. The two schools were consolidated in 2013.

The top five bachelor-level majors graduating from Evangel this year are: Psychology, Elementary Education, Management, Biology, and Biblical Studies.

“Each year as I look out at our graduates, surrounded by their family, friends, and faculty, I am reminded that each graduate represents a distinct story and journey to completing a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree,” said Dr. Carol Taylor, president. “Their stories are inspiring, and we celebrate their many achievements at this year’s commencement.”

More than 4,000 family and friends from around the world will gather on Friday to celebrate these students.

From Evangel, there will be 464 graduates earning 11 doctoral, 335 bachelor’s, 72 master’s, and 46 associate’s degrees — of which, 40 are from EU’s James River College campus.

From AGTS, there will be 53 degrees conferred, of which 24 are doctoral degrees and 29 are master’s degrees.

Evangel University, which includes AGTS, is a comprehensive Christian university committed to excellence in educating and equipping students to serve the church and society globally. Evangel serves more than 2,100 students from all 50 states and numerous foreign countries, offering 65 undergraduate majors and 17 master’s and doctoral degrees.

Rev. Doug Clay, speaker

“We are particularly honored to have our General Superintendent Doug Clay as this year’s commencement speaker,” said President Taylor. “His passion for seeing men and women equipped for effective service, along with his personal wisdom and ministry, will inspire all those gathered at this year’s graduation.”

Doug Clay was elected chief executive officer of the General Council of the Assemblies of God at the 57th General Council in August, 2017.

More than 4,000 people were at James River Church for Evangel University’s 2017 graduation ceremony. // PHOTO BY: Paul K. Logsdon (CLICK TO ENLARGE)

“Graduation is a defining moment,” said Clay. “My prayer is that those graduating would steward well both the investment they’ve made in themselves and their future, as well as the sacrifices made by their loved ones to get them to this point.

“May they realize the tremendous responsibility accompanying this achievement — to remember their greatness is not determined by how many people serve them, but how many people they serve.”

As general superintendent of the Assemblies of God, USA, part of the largest Pentecostal denomination in the world, Clay is a member of the denomination’s Executive Leadership Team and Executive Presbytery.

The church has more than 13,000 congregations in the United States with over three million adherents. The U.S. Assemblies of God is part of a larger World Assemblies of God Fellowship with a membership of over 68 million.

Prior to his present position, Clay served the church as its general treasurer for nine years. He was superintendent of the Ohio District from 2004-2008, and pastored Calvary Assembly of God in Toledo, Ohio, from 1997-2004. Clay has also served as the Assemblies of God national youth director (1995-1997), Ohio District youth director (1989-1995) and as a youth pastor in Ohio and Iowa. He graduated from Central Bible College in 1985.

Clay has a passionate love for the local church; he is a church health enthusiast, and he effectively equips leaders to grow in their calling. Clay is the author of Ordered Steps and Dreaming in 3D.

He and his wife, Gail, have two grown daughters, two sons-in-law and five grandchildren.

Due to the unseasonably cool April weather, the tulips at Evangel University are blooming a little later this year, but the message is out — “Bring your kids and bring your camera!” More than 9,000 tulips are in bloom across the front of the Evangel campus, and once again Springfield area residents are invited to […]

Due to the unseasonably cool April weather, the tulips at Evangel University are blooming a little later this year, but the message is out — “Bring your kids and bring your camera!”

More than 9,000 tulips are in bloom across the front of the Evangel campus, and once again Springfield area residents are invited to visit the campus to enjoy the display of color.

The annual photo opportunity has become a local tradition.

“The Evangel grounds crew has done a great job once again,” said Evangel spokesman Paul K. Logsdon. “The tulips in the flower beds facing south are in full bloom now, and the rest are blooming brighter every day. We are happy to share them with our friends and neighbors,” he said.

Computer Information Systems degree and Cybersecurity Certificate Evangel University has introduced two new online tech programs designed for adult learners, with classes scheduled to start with the Fall 2018 semester. A new online Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems (CIS) degree is the newest addition to the University’s popular adult studies/degree completion programs. The […]

Dallas Nash ’95 represents the caliber of alumni our students are exposed to while enrolled at Evangel. He leads the DellEMC team that supports the security needs of the Department of Defense. // PHOTO BY: Paul K. Logsdon (CLICK TO ENLARGE)

The major is designed to prepare adult learners to enter a career as an Information System (IS) professional, while maintaining their current employment and family obligations.

In addition, Evangel has launched a new, accelerated onlineCybersecurity Certificate Programstarting this fall. The Cybersecurity Certificate is made up of four, five-week online courses with the first course to begin Sept. 26, 2018.

Both of Evangel’s new programs are being offered through its College of Adult and Graduate Studies.

The new programs were introduced to more than 100 local IT and business professionals and students on Saturday, April 21, during Evangel’s highly successful Cybersecurity and Ethics Symposium. Attendees discussed trends and topics related to cybersecurity and the ethical use of technology.

“Information Systems professionals work with information technology and must have a sound knowledge of computers, communications and software,” said Dr. Jeremy Harris, associate professor of Computer Information Systems at Evangel.

Dr. Jeremy Harris introduced the CIS degree program to a receptive crowd of IT professionals and students who gathered recently at Evangel University. // PHOTO BY: Paul K. Logsdon (CLICK TO ENLARGE)

“CIS graduates have been some of the most sought-after individuals by companies utilizing digital information technology,” he said.

Since these professionals operate within organizations, students will gain understanding of the concepts and processes of achieving goals with information technology within those business models.

The online Cybersecurity Certificate is designed to be taken as a standalone set of classes by those already working in the profession.

“However, as a part of the new online adult studies B.S. in Computer Information Systems major at Evangel, students will be exposed to the latest issues and solutions related to cybersecurity,” said Dr. Harris. “Our CIS degree program can be structured to include Evangel’s new Cybersecurity Certificate.”

According to Harris, there are four primary roles in the data center related to security: Developer, Administrator, Security Professional, and Manager.

“Each role has a different perspective, but fundamentally, they share a need for security integration and knowledge. Exposure to each of these roles and their views will provide a well-rounded and relevant certificate program for prospective students,” he said.

Preparation for the CISSP exam

The content of Evangel’s new Certificate Program highlights the recommended content for the national Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Cybersecurity Certificate from ISC2.

“While the exam itself will not be provided as part of the Evangel certification program, the content covered will provide students with the knowledge to successfully attempt the national exam,” said Harris. “One of our objectives is to prepare the students for that test.”

The accelerated Cybersecurity Certificate from Evangel is a 12-credit hour program at $285/credit hour. The total cost is $3,420.

For more information on each of these programs, contact Dr. Harris at harrisj@evangel.edu or call (417) 865-2811 ext. 8332.